S5 - 01. Investigating math anxiety

S5 - 01. Investigating math anxiety

Author: Bethany Lockhart Johnson and Dan Meyer April 3, 2023 Duration: 36:48
Season 5 of Math Teacher Lounge is here! This season, we’ll be talking all about math anxiety: what it is, what causes it, and what we can do to prevent or ease this anxiety in the math classroom. To launch this very important theme, we sat down with Dr. Gerardo Ramirez, associate professor of educational psychology at Ball State University. As someone who’s been studying math anxiety for more than a decade, he had some interesting research and advice to share on why math anxiety affect...

Tune into Math Teacher Lounge, a space where the real conversations about K-12 math education happen. Co-hosts Bethany Lockhart Johnson and Dan Meyer bring their distinct classroom experiences and thoughtful perspectives to every biweekly discussion, creating a podcast that feels less like a formal lecture and more like a valuable planning period with colleagues. They are joined by a variety of guests to unpack the nuanced challenges and opportunities in teaching math, moving beyond simple tips to explore the deeper principles of how students learn and how educators can adapt. The dialogue is grounded in the practical realities of the classroom while also considering broader educational shifts. You’ll hear authentic reflections on everything from specific mathematical concepts and lesson design to the broader professional journey of teaching. This podcast serves as a professional learning community in audio form, offering camaraderie and substantive ideas for educators looking to refine their practice. For ongoing conversation, find Bethany and Dan along with other listeners on social media. New episodes arrive every other week, providing a consistent source of inspiration and thoughtful analysis for math teachers at every grade level.
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